The best campgrounds near Monroe, Louisiana with swimming

Monroe draws swimmers with its river bends and easy access to the water. You’ll find over 330 campsites here that make swimming a breeze—think sandbars, calm creek stretches, and lakeside docks. Average stays run $42 a night, with some as low as $35. Most sites offer toilets, hot showers, and fire rings for cooking up dinner after a dip. Wildlife-watching and fishing are big here too, so bring binoculars and a rod. For a riverside spot with swim access, Louisiana Plantation River Bank (7 reviews) sits right on the water and gets high marks for peaceful mornings and easy launch points.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Monroe

Monroe draws swimmers with its river bends and easy access to the water. You’ll find over 330 campsites here that make swimming a breeze—think sandbars, calm creek stretches, and lakeside docks. Average stays run $42 a night, with some as low as $35. Most sites offer toilets, hot showers, and fire rings for cooking up dinner after a dip. Wildlife-watching and fishing are big here too, so bring binoculars and a rod. For a riverside spot with swim access, Louisiana Plantation River Bank (7 reviews) sits right on the water and gets high marks for peaceful mornings and easy launch points.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Monroe

1. Louisiana Plantation River Bank

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24mi from Monroe · 2 sites · RVs

The historic French built antebellum plantation home and gardens was built circa 1793-1820. The home and gardens is located on the Ouachita River. I built a culinary herb farm and nursery on the plantation grounds, in which I was named after by my family. My farm is called Louisiana Herbs LLC. Their are plenty of great sites to pitch a tent and camp in the plantation gardens or on the river bank. Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent on your choice area next to the muddy Ouachita River on the grounds of an historic french antebellum home plantation in northeast Louisiana. You may fish, boat, swim, etc. Suggested early winter to late spring for camping - Louisiana can be a bit hot and humid in the warmer months. We can wine and dine you at the plantation dinner table with home cooked Louisiana cuisine (optional for an extra cost) & get you liquored up with mint juleps, homemade absinthe, mix drinks, etc. anywhere on the plantation grounds is acceptable to pitch a tent and make a campfire. we can provide wood, & possible minimal electricity to your camp area for now. there is access to water at the greenhouse area, as well as electricity. the greenhouse is a culinary herb farm and nursery, no smoking tobacco near the nursery and greenhouse area.

2. D'Arbonne Pointe

26mi from Monroe · 31 sites

D'Arbonne Pointe stands out as a unique lakeside retreat, offering guests stunning views and a serene atmosphere along the picturesque Lake D'Arbonne. Our lakefront cabins are designed to provide the comforts of home, featuring fully equipped kitchens, washers, dryers, flat-screen TVs, and more. For RV travelers, we offer spacious lakefront sites with full-service amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone. Guests can immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area by heading down to our private beach, where you can launch your boat for a day of adventure, fish from our dock, or simply unwind while enjoying breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Additional activities include a refreshing swimming pool and exciting fishing tournaments, perfect for those looking to engage in outdoor fun. Experience the charm of southern hospitality in a tranquil setting at D'Arbonne Pointe, where relaxation and adventure await!

3. Ouachita-Black River - Columbia Pool

20 sites · Columbia, Louisiana

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4. Lake D'Arbonne State Park

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84 sites · Farmerville, Louisiana

Discover the natural charm of Lake D'Arbonne State Park.

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5. Chemin-A-Haut State Park

42 sites · Mer Rouge, Louisiana

Chemin-A-Haut State Park: A Haven for Nature Lovers and Campers Alike.

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6. Ouachita-Black River - Jonesville Pool

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10 sites · Monterey, Louisiana

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7. Jimmie Davis State Park

93 sites · Chatham, Louisiana

Jimmie Davis State Park: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts.

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8. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park

67 sites · Delhi, Louisiana

Discover the allure of Poverty Point Reservoir State Park.

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9. Kisatchie National Forest

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284 sites · Jordan Hill, Louisiana

Soak up big views at the 10 campgrounds in Kisatchie Ranger District, a.k.a. "Little Grand Canyon."

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Public campgrounds near Monroe

Prairion Bayou Recreation Area

13mi from Monroe · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ouachita-Black River - Columbia Pool

Finch Bayou Recreation Area

27mi from Monroe · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ouachita-Black River - Columbia Pool

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Lake D'Arbonne Campground

30mi from Monroe · 84 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake D'Arbonne State Park

Chemin-A-Haut Campground

30mi from Monroe · 42 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chemin-A-Haut State Park

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Fort Necessity Recreation Area

32mi from Monroe · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ouachita-Black River - Jonesville Pool

Jimmie Davis Campground

32mi from Monroe · 93 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jimmie Davis State Park

Poverty Point Reservoir Campground

34mi from Monroe · 67 sites · Tents, RVs · in Poverty Point Reservoir State Park

South Shore Campground

47mi from Monroe · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kisatchie National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

The tent set up is simple primitive camping, with a few different choices around the property.

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Dwight

May 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Louisiana Plantation River Bank

The camping area is very large and very secluded. It is mowed grass surrounded by old pecan trees. It is next to a river, but with my bad knees I didn't venture to the top of the dike. Breston invited me in for seafood gumbo and cornbread. I had a great chat with him. I also met his father. I gave him some money for the meal, but I had no problem with that. I would recommend this place to anyone who enjoys southern hospitality.